Senior Manager, IT Project Management

Goodwin

Senior Manager leading IT project management within Goodwin's Global Operations Team. Delivering complex technology initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive execution excellence.

Posted 5/1/2026full-timeWashington D.C. • California, Massachusetts, New York, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $137,100 - $236,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and oversee a portfolio of complex IT projects and programs from initiation through delivery
Serve as the program lead for large, enterprise-wide initiatives with significant business impact
Define scope, timelines, milestones, and success criteria in partnership with stakeholders
Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
Drive disciplined project execution using Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies
Identify and manage risks, issues, dependencies, and resource constraints
Implement mitigation strategies and ensure proactive problem-solving
Establish and maintain project plans, status reporting, and documentation
Partner with senior business and technology leaders to align on priorities and delivery expectations
Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including executive leadership
Lead governance forums, steering committees, and project reviews
Manage expectations and drive accountability across cross-functional teams
Lead, mentor, and develop project managers and project team members (as applicable)
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Support resource planning and capacity management across projects
Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking
Ensure efficient allocation of resources across competing priorities
Provide transparency into project financials and performance
Promote best practices, standards, and tools for project management
Contribute to the evolution of project governance and delivery frameworks
Drive continuous improvement in delivery processes and outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Business, or related field
10+ years of experience in IT project/program management
5+ years of experience leading complex, enterprise-scale initiatives
Proven track record of delivering technology projects in a matrixed, stakeholder-driven environment
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, hybrid)
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Experience in a law firm or professional services environment
PMP, PgMP, Agile (Scrum/SAFe), or similar certification
Familiarity with enterprise systems (e.g., document management, finance, HR, CRM platforms)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Retirement & Savings Plan
Emergency back-up child and adult care
Paid vacation, sick time off, and holidays
Professional development and career advancement opportunities
Employee recognition and reward programs
Employee wellness and assistance programs
Employee discounts and perks

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Hard Skills & Tools

IT project managementAgile methodologyWaterfall methodologyhybrid methodologyrisk managementbudget managementresource planningfinancial trackingproject governancecontinuous improvement

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementproblem-solvingcollaborationaccountabilitymentoringorganizational skillsstrategic alignmentexpectation management

Certifications

PMPPgMPAgile (Scrum)SAFe